Excelsior Sports Correspondent
RAMBAN, Jan 14: Maitra Cricket Club (MCC) Ramban defeated Chandrok Cricket Club (CCC) Ramban in the finals of Ramban Premier League T-20 Cricket Tournament and clinched the trophy in a keenly contested match, played in the District Police Lines play-field here.
Giving away the winters and runners trophies, National Conference District President Sajjad Shaheen lauded youth of the area for taking keen part in sports alongside academics, saying sports promote camaraderie and the spirit of inclusiveness, which is pivotal for facing the challenge unfolded by the divisive forces.
Mr Shaheen, who was chief guest on the concluding function of the tournament, described youth as catalysts of change and called for societal intervention in channelizing their energies in proper direction. He appreciated the high degree of discipline shown by the players, as also the sports lovers during the tournament and said this could prove a motivating factor for talented youth to showcase their talent. He exhorted young players to concentrate on the game and specialize in disciplines like batting and bowling, which will put them in good stead to face the competitions at various levels confidently.
DySP DAR, Rafiq Giri and Deputy Advocate General Arjun Singh Raju were the guests of honour at the concluding function.
Besides large number of cricket lovers, District Vice President Mohd Sadiq Naik, Mohd Khalil Sohil, Kuldeep Singh, Fareed Katoch and others were also present on the Prize Distribution Function.
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